Aquarium plant

Azolla cristata

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Azolla cristata grows as a floating plant and fits floating planting. Care: easy care, medium light, none CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 18–30 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–12 °dKH, CO₂ –4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2None

Water conditions

Temperature
18–30 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–12 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Azollaceae
Genus
Azolla

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FAQ

Where should Azolla cristata be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Azolla cristata need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Azolla cristata?

Temperature: 18–30 °C.